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RI S2508

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Frank Ciccone

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Class P license holders (caterers) may purchase alcoholic beverages from either retail or wholesale establishments in Rhode Island, removing the previous requirement that only Class B license holders could buy at wholesale prices

  • Wholesalers may refuse to fulfill caterer orders or set minimum quantities or dollar values per order

  • Caterers may now serve alcohol provided by the event host at their residence, provided the alcohol remains under the caterer's control for the entire time onsite

  • Eliminates the previous exception that allowed caterers holding both Class P and Class B licenses to purchase at wholesale, making wholesale access available to all Class P holders

  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Allows holders of a Class P license to purchase alcoholic beverages from either a retail or wholesale establishment in the State of Rhode Island.

Alcoholic Beverages

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs

2/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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